Posts by hcoker@dna-worldwide.co.uk
A Guide to Anabolic Steroids Drug Testing
TL;DR - Anabolic steroids are Class C substances under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971, with illegal possession carrying up to 2 years imprisonment and production/distribution resulting in up to 14 years plus unlimited fines. Standard at-home drug tests typically don't detect steroids, requiring... Read More
The Impact of Abusing Prescription Painkillers
A report by NHS England in March 2023 revealed opioid prescriptions have reduced by 450,000 in under four years. The article credits GPs and pharmacists who have cracked down on prescribing prescription pain relief when there are alternatives. Within the same report, NHS England introduced a new... Read More
A Guide to Benzodiazepines Drug Testing
TL;DR - Benzodiazepines (benzos) are Class C controlled substances under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971, with illegal possession carrying up to 2 years imprisonment and unlimited fines. Prescribed for anxiety, panic disorders, and insomnia, they include medications like midazolam, clobazam, and... Read More
A Guide to Tramadol Drug Testing
TL;DR - Tramadol is a Class C opioid painkiller under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971, with unprescribed possession carrying up to 2 years imprisonment and unlimited fines, whilst supply and production result in up to 14 years imprisonment. Tramadol doesn't appear on standard 5 or 10-panel drug... Read More
A Guide to Amphetamine Drug Testing
TL;DR - Most amphetamines are Class B substances under the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971, with possession carrying up to 5 years imprisonment and supply/production up to 14 years, whilst methamphetamine (crystal meth) is Class A with harsher penalties of up to 7 years for possession and life... Read More